Kenny G, the famed singer, has reportedly filed legal procedures to cease spousal support after allegedly paying his ex-wife $3.9 million over nine years.
The 66-year-old smooth jazz saxophonist appears to be fed up with providing for his former wife of 21 years, Lyndie Benson, to whom he’s been paying $40,000 per month since their divorce in 2013.
G, who Laura Wasser represents, indicated in the documents that he can no longer support Benson since his touring possibilities have gradually reduced since the outbreak.
Indeed, the musician disclosed how his revenue has been declining since 2018, according to TMZ.
“Kenny is a Grammy award-winning saxophonist with a long and successful career and more than 15 albums,” according to the legal documents, which were originally submitted in 2021. (via Radar Online). “However, as explained in Kenny’s accompanying declaration, Kenny’s touring opportunities, where he earns the most income, have not only declined in the last 2-3 years, but his percentage of earnings from tours has also declined.”
“Lyndie is 57 years old and in good health, as far as Kenny knows.” Lyndie has resisted becoming entirely self-sufficient for nearly ten years. Kenny should not have to face the weight of her refusal to do so as his schedule continues to dry up, according to the docs.
Benson has had her own apparel company, Bleusalt since 2013, when spousal support began. The allegedly Malibu-inspired collection was featured in a 2022 issue of Forbes magazine, with Benson describing the label as a “thriving fashion label.”
G is well-known for his musical abilities, having received a Grammy for Best Instrumental Composition for his song ‘Forever In Love’ in 1994.
In recent years, he’s worked with artists such as Kanye West (now known simply as Ye) and The Weeknd, telling People in 2022, “I’ve been around a long time, so when people like Kanye and The Weeknd ask me to play on their records, yeah, I do feel like my career is resurgent right now.”
“I’m not trying to come across as pompous, but I’ve always believed that when you have something of great quality, you become timeless.”
Despite his advanced age, he stated that he had no plans to retire, saying, “Retirement would only happen if something physical prevented me from playing.” It’s been a long life, so I’m going to keep playing for as long as I can.”
